Idioms

"get back on one's feet" = recover physically, emotionally, or financially

"He lost everything in the accident, but he's slowly getting back on his feet."

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"hit the ceiling" = get very angry

"My dad hit the ceiling when he found out I wrecked the car." 

Many a little makes a mickle 

Many small amounts accumulate to make a large amount 

An Englishman's home is his castle

Meaning

The English dictum that a man's home is his refuge  

Hedge your bets

Meaning

To avoid committing oneself; to leave a means of retreat open